Austin and Maddie first met through a mutual friend and began texting. They met in person while stacking hay at Maddie's parents. After that, they began hanging out all the time and were inseparable. Leading to their first date, iceskating and going to the park, they began officially dating on August 21st 2021. They continued  to go on dates such as, ice skating, eating Chick-fil-A, buying matching shoes, going to browns games, and so much more. Throughout all the ups and downs of life, they always loved eachother and cared for eachother. At Maddie's 21st birthday celebration, Austin proposed and wedding planning officially began.